The Pipe Smoker's Guild is a fraternity of scholars dedicated to maintaining and advancing the Ancient and most Noble art of Pipe smoking. The primary ambitions of this organization will be to:
Preserve and advance the art and tradition of Pipe smoking, and to foster the noble spirit which pervades the Brotherhood of the Briar,
Celebrate the rich heritage of pipes, tobacco, pipe smoking, and the related art, literature and associated tobacciana which has greatly influenced the social and commercial development of the United States through its history,
Educate interested University students and faculty members as to this magnificent legacy,
Bring together people of differing backgrounds in the spirit of friendship, benevolence, and tranquility.
Group's principal activities, events, or programs:
The Pipe Smoker's Guild is a fraternity of scholars dedicated to maintaining and advancing the Ancient and most Noble art of Pipe smoking.
How this group's activities benefit the University community:
We hope to advance the university community by fostering intellectual conversation, inviting diversity and policies of inclusion, and by providing an outlet for scholarly reflection. We also hope to provide advice "gratis" on stress management and relaxation techniques.
How this group fits into its categories:
Cultural and Diversity: By celebrating the rich cultural heritage of pipes, tobacco, pipe smoking, and the related art, literature and associated tobacciana which has greatly influenced the social and commercial development of the United States through its history.
Political and Social Action: By inspiring profound reflection on the most relevant of todays issues or the pasts.
Special interest or Hobby: We hope to foster and grow the most Noble art of Pipe smoking, pipe enthusiasm, etc. etc.
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